I prefer food that is gentle on the stomach and healthy. While most healthy foods around the world are often bland and not always pleasing to the palate, I’ve come to appreciate their benefits after spending the first couple of decades of my life indulging in unhealthy junk food. Nowadays, I lean towards a more health-conscious menu. I prefer easy-to-cook, mildly spiced Indian dishes. My favorites are khichdi and curd rice, both simple to make and gentle on the system. For special occasions like festivals or anniversaries, I enjoy a traditional spread of rice, chapati, and a couple of vegetarian dishes. At home, we embrace a democratic approach to food choices. I am an ovo-vegetarian, my wife is a strictly vegetarian, and our son enjoys non-vegetarian food.